Change
Maxo Kream Lyrics
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I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
They call me OG, my niggas kill you for free
Free CBD, fuck the judge and police
They tryna hang a nigga
Been sippin' codeine, and I might just die in my sleep
So I go to bed with the stainless, nigga
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
How can you blame a nigga?
Will I make it to the top, only Lord knows
Growing up in the swamp made my heart cold
Had to work out the pot like gumbo
Had to stand on the block like Mutombo
Had to jack me a box like jumbo
Hit 'em quarterback blitz like Romo
Hit 'em with the hit stick, make 'em fumble
Went to 7-18 for Woodrow
121 for a bando
R.I.P. to my nigga Slow Ruth
Rest in peace to my nigga Young Deuce
Love for lil' homie Ghost and Kenny Lu
Now my heart gone like John Q
They were paper chasin' for the revenue
Tryna flip a pack just like an acrobat
And get a hundred stacks and get a Hellcat
Matte black with the Forgiato shoes
They looked up to their big brother
Said, "Max, I wanna be like you"
Told 'em "go for what you know and work your move"
Just chase the dough and you will get it soon
Next thing I know, I seen 'em dead on the news
Bad block, head shot up, blood from his shirt to his shoes
How the fuck they let it happen?
How they let some niggas clap 'em
They was pistol packin', they wasn't lackin'
They died with their tools
Countin' paper, chasing revenue
You see what that money do?
How can you blame them niggas?
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
They call me OG, my niggas kill you for free
But I'ma still pay them niggas
Free CBD, fuck the judge and police
They tryna hang a nigga
Been sippin' codeine, and I might just die in my sleep
So I go to bed with the stainless, nigga
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
Tried to boss up the homie and change the nigga
He kept stealin' money and change from me
Ride or die before we tell, we bang on niggas
How I'm your brother but you hit a stain on niggas
But how can you blame a nigga?
Remember back in my broke days
Said if I got some change, I'll never change
'Til I got some change, then I bought a chain
Then I got deranged, money come and change
Everything, it's a damn change
People treat you better when you're broke and lame
Used to be my nigga 'til I got them figures
Money came between us like Jigga, Dame
I used to hang with niggas
Eleven trey seven, been gang with niggas
My mama told me, "these niggas snake, fake, jank"
And they'll turn on me
Niggas will snitch, tell me they're homies
Niggas will switch, change up on me
Real nigga shit, just 'cause that nigga a Crip
Don't mean that nigga my homie
I had to work like a slave my nigga
Ten toes down, I stayed my nigga
No hands out, just gave, my nigga
Niggas talkin' 'bout they made a nigga
I bought me a loft, my mama a house
I'm a big boss, persona my livin'
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
They call me OG, my niggas kill you for free
But I'ma still pay them niggas
Free CBD, fuck the judge and police
They tryna hang a nigga
Been sippin' codeine, and I might just die in my sleep
So I go to bed with the stainless, nigga
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
How can you blame a nigga?
The song "Change" by Maxo Kream is a reflection on the impact of money and success on a person's life and relationships. The first verse speaks to the idea that money can change people, and how having money can lead to the loss of important relationships. The second verse delves deeper into Maxo Kream's personal experiences, highlighting the challenges he faced growing up in poverty and the ways in which he had to adapt and change to succeed. The chorus of the song repeats the question "How can you blame a nigga?" suggesting that the circumstances that led to these changes are beyond the control of the individual.
The lyrics of this song are powerful because they reflect the lived experiences of many individuals who grew up in poverty and had to work hard to achieve success. The song speaks to the idea that success can come at a cost, and that the relationships we build along the way can be impacted by our evolving priorities and goals. While the song acknowledges the negative impacts of money on some people, it also highlights the importance of loyalty and friendship.
Line by Line Meaning
How can you blame a nigga?
Questioning why anyone would blame someone for changing due to the effects of money on a person.
I swear that money will change a nigga
Acknowledging that money has the power to drastically alter a person's behavior and personality.
When I got money, it changed some niggas
Personal admission that having money has changed the people around the artist.
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
The purchase of luxury goods, such as a Rolex watch and a larger chain, symbolizing the financial success achieved by the artist.
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
Experiencing the loss of a close friend has led to a significant change in the artist's behavior and outlook on life.
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
The possession of a firearm is a constant for the artist, regardless of the financial status.
But now I got money, put change on niggas
Having achieved financial success, the artist is able to help change the financial situations of his peers for the better.
They call me OG, my niggas kill you for free
Having earned the respect of those around him, the artist has a network of people who would be willing to commit acts of violence on his behalf without payment.
But I'ma still pay them niggas
Despite having people in his circle who would work for free, the artist still believes in compensating those who work for him.
Free CBD, fuck the judge and police
Advocating for the legalization of marijuana, while expressing disdain for the criminal justice system and law enforcement authorities.
They tryna hang a nigga
The artist believes that the criminal justice system is rigged against people of color and is unfairly punitive.
Been sippin' codeine, and I might just die in my sleep
Acknowledging the dangers of addiction to prescription cough syrup, and the potential consequences of using it, including the possibility of death.
So I go to bed with the stainless, nigga
The artist carries a gun to bed as a means of protection from possible harm.
How can you blame a nigga?
Reiterating the question from the beginning of the song as a poignant way to end and emphasize the theme of the effects of money on one's character and environment.
Writer(s): Samuel Jimenez, Emekwanem Ogugua Biosah Jr., Milan Modi, Andres Felipe Espana Montenegro
Contributed by Adam J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
YaboyTheInquisitor
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
They call me OG, my niggas kill you for free
But I'ma still pay them niggas
Free CBD, fuck the judge and police
They tryna hang a nigga
Been sippin' codeine, and I might just die in my sleep
So I go to bed with the stainless, nigga
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
How can you blame a nigga?
Will I make it to the top, only Lord knows
Growing up in the swamp made my heart cold
Had to work out the pot like gumbo
Had to stand on the block like Mutombo
Had to jack me a box like jumbo
Hit 'em quarterback blitz like Romo
Hit 'em with the hit stick, make 'em fumble
Went to 7-18 for Woodrow
121 for a bando
R.I.P. to my nigga Slow Ruth
Rest in peace to my nigga Young Deuce
Love for lil' homie Ghost and Kenny Lu
Now my heart gone like John Q
They were paper chasin' for the revenue
Tryna flip a pack just like an acrobat
And get a hundred stacks and get a Hellcat
Matte black with the Forgiato shoes
They looked up to their big brother
Said, "Max, I wanna be like you"
Told 'em "go for what you know and work your move"
Just chase the dough and you will get it soon
Next thing I know, I seen 'em dead on the news
Bad block, head shot up, blood from his shirt to his shoes
How the fuck they let it happen?
How they let some niggas clap 'em
They was pistol packin', they wasn't lackin'
They died with their tools
Countin' paper, chasing revenue
You see what that money do?
How can you blame them niggas?
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
They call me OG, my niggas kill you for free
But I'ma still pay them niggas
Free CBD, fuck the judge and police
They tryna hang a nigga
Been sippin' codeine, and I might just die in my sleep
So I go to bed with the stainless, nigga
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
Tried to boss up the homie and change the nigga
He kept stealin' money and change from me
Ride or die before we tell, we bang on niggas
How I'm your brother but you hit a stain on niggas
But how can you blame a nigga?
Remember back in my broke days
Said if I got some change, I'll never change
'Til I got some change, then I bought a chain
Then I got deranged, money come and change
Everything, it's a damn change
People treat you better when you're broke and lame
Used to be my nigga 'til I got them figures
Money came between us like Jigga, Dame
I used to hang with niggas
Eleven trey seven, been gang with niggas
My mama told me, "these niggas snake, fake, jank"
And they'll turn on me
Niggas will snitch, tell me they're homies
Niggas will switch, change up on me
Real nigga shit, just 'cause that nigga a Crip
Don't mean that nigga my homie
I had to work like a slave my nigga
Ten toes down, I stayed my nigga
No hands out, just gave, my nigga
Niggas talkin' 'bout they made a nigga
I bought me a loft, my mama a house
I'm a big boss, persona my livin'
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
They call me OG, my niggas kill you for free
But I'ma still pay them niggas
Free CBD, fuck the judge and police
They tryna hang a nigga
Been sippin' codeine, and I might just die in my sleep
So I go to bed with the stainless, nigga
How can you blame a nigga?
I swear that money will change a nigga
When I got money, it changed some niggas
I bust down that Rollie, my chain got bigger
I lost my lil' homie, it changed a nigga
I keep a Glock 40, won't change my nigga
But now I got money, put change on niggas
How can you blame a nigga?
Gaurdian Gaming
"ghost"
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I know he's talking about a different man with this nickname but I was called "ghost" as a nickname because of how quiet I will walk. peeps tell me they think they talking to me across the room they would hear my voice across the room and then two or three seconds later I'm right next to them.
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me just opening my mouth would scare the s*** out of them because they lost track of where I was they thought I was across the room in a different part and then I just show up right next to them speaking in their ear scared s*** out of people.
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my nickname was ghost I've been around a lot of these gangs lost a lot of friends seeing my own nickname on a tombstone.
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some reason it just makes me feel strange just thinking like that could have been me.
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just one mistake that's all it would have took one slight slip up and it would be over and this was all throughout my teenage years so now I'm nearing my thirties and I see this and I'm thinking all it would have took one Split Second just one Minor error and it would have all been over and I would have had no choice or say in the matter.
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scary to think about but also kind of mind opening. I was lucky but unfortunately not everyone is so lucky
Yurhomi
This is a masterpiece right here
Chris Evans
This is fire 🔥. one of the best on the album. Almost has some gunna/lil baby vibes but Maxo definitely did his thing on this one.
Hippo 6billion
Yea
яυму
It's more money man than lil baby n gunma
Ben dover
Its more just maxo.
TheNeuteredCat
Dont ever downgrade maxo like that. He will never be trash like lil baby and gunna
channeldirty7
This one of Maxo best flows I’ve heard, I been fw bro since he dropped but shit ever tape I say he gets better but this Shit here is a whole different level for Maxo....Mike Dean on the album? Job sequencing the tracklist? Idk man this shit amazing to see 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Ernest Vela
This real music we need more of this these days!!
Austin Young
Every one of these songs made it on my album and that never happens this is a great album for sure
Lòs Padrè
Bro you got spotify?